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Lincoln County
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Where businesses thrive, industries lead, and communities grow together through collaboration and opportunity.

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Manufacturer, Distributor or existing Industry

Whether you’re expanding operations or optimizing logistics, Lincoln County offers the infrastructure, workforce, and strategic location to support your growth.

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Site Selector or Relocating Business

Searching for the perfect place to grow? Lincoln County provides prime industrial sites, logistical advantages, and a seamless relocation experience.

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Small Retail or Services Business

For entrepreneurs and small business owners, our welcoming community and tailored support create the perfect environment for success.

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Why
Lincoln
County?

Positioned at the crossroads of opportunity

In Lincoln County, NC, you get more than a site—you get a strategic location that drives growth, lowers risk, and supports your long-term goals.

With a pro-business climate, skilled workforce, and responsive local leadership, decisions move faster and execution is seamless. Industry, education, and government work together to ensure you have the talent and support to succeed.

Here, growth is intentional, and success is shared. It’s not just a place to do business—it’s a place to lead.

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Seamless connectivity for business success

Lincoln County’s transportation network connects businesses to major markets with ease. Proximity to I-85, I-40, Highway 16, U.S. 321, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport ensures efficient logistics and global access.

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Empowering a skilled and ready workforce

Lincoln Economic Development Association partners with local schools and Gaston College to develop and provide training programs specific to the needs of industry.
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Reliable and cost-effective services

With affordable electricity, water, gas, and high-speed internet, Lincoln County supports seamless operations. Ongoing infrastructure investment ensures businesses receive reliable service.

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A harmonious blend of comfort and appeal

Lincoln County offers small-town charm with easy access to urban amenities in Charlotte. Residents enjoy scenic beauty, recreation, and a strong sense of community.

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Location

Positioned at the crossroads of opportunity

In Lincoln County, NC, you get more than a site—you get a strategic location that drives growth, lowers risk, and supports your long-term goals.

With a pro-business climate, skilled workforce, and responsive local leadership, decisions move faster and execution is seamless. Industry, education, and government work together to ensure you have the talent and support to succeed.

Here, growth is intentional, and success is shared. It’s not just a place to do business—it’s a place to lead.

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Transportation

Seamless connectivity for business success

Lincoln County’s transportation network connects businesses to major markets with ease. Proximity to I-85, I-40, Highway 16, U.S. 321, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport ensures efficient logistics and global access.
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Workforce Education

Empowering a skilled and ready workforce

Lincoln Economic Development Association partners with local schools and Gaston College to develop and provide training programs specific to the needs of industry.
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Utilities

Reliable and cost-effective services

With affordable electricity, water, gas, and high-speed internet, Lincoln County supports seamless operations. Ongoing infrastructure investment ensures businesses receive reliable service.
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Lifestyle

A harmonious blend of comfort and appeal

Lincoln County offers small-town charm with easy access to urban amenities in Charlotte. Residents enjoy scenic beauty, recreation, and a strong sense of community.
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Empowering your Business Journey

Close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Connected to everywhere.

Lincoln Economic Development Association (LEDA) is a private, non-profit corporation charged with facilitating industrial, office and commercial development in Lincolnton and Lincoln County. Through our public-private partnerships, the City of Lincolnton, Lincoln County, private citizens and the business community have come together to pursue well-balanced, quality growth for the community. We are the leaders in North Carolina Economic Development.

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Location is everything.
Lincoln County is in the heart of the south.
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Community & Economic Data

Insights that drive success.

Explore key community and economic data to make informed decisions for your business. From workforce statistics to market trends, get the information you need at a glance.

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Our Top Employers

Industry leaders Driving Innovation

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Testimonials

Hear From Our Partners

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David Lee, Location Director

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation

Job-Ready Students, Faster Hires
By having students exposed to the manufacturing curriculum in the Lincoln County Schools, industry now has prospective employees job ready on most key topics required. This enables them to acclimate faster into their new positions and reduce the time required in the classroom teaching basic manufacturing skills.

David Lee, Location Director

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation

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Brian Kampe, President

Texture Plus

The Ideal Location for Business Growth and Success
We targeted the North and South Carolina region for relocation. When we came to visit Lincoln County, it became obvious that this was the best location for us. The area has a great, stable work force along with easy access for shipping globally. With it’s location close to Charlotte and the very business friendly climate, we are extremely pleased that we made the decision to relocate our business here from New York…

Brian Kampe, President

Texture Plus

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Dustin Hawn, Logistics Material Flow Analyst

Local Roots, Limitless Opportunities
I attended West Lincoln High School and took classes at the Lincoln County School of Technology. I attended NC State and after my junior year, I applied for an internship through the Industrial Manager’s Association. I worked as an engineering intern for a summer but had changed my major to logistics. Through my internship, I made the necessary relationships and was able to return home after graduating with a good job in a great company…

Dustin Hawn, Logistics Material Flow Analyst

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Hailey, Mechatronics Apprentice

Hands-On Learning, Real-World Success
My whole life I helped my dad build things, so he first taught me to work with wood and metal, using hand and power tools. I knew the way to continue to work with my hands was to take the advanced manufacturing classes at the Lincoln County School of Technology. Through the classes, I was first introduced to tools used in an industrial setting, engineering, safety, and was even OSHA certified at the age of seventeen…

Hailey, Mechatronics Apprentice

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Marie and Brian Kenyon

Untapped Territory

Building Business Through Strong Community Connections
Lincoln County is a great place to be in business because of the sense of community. The loyalty and genuine gratitude the customers feel toward someone who invests in their town and county is very evident. Relationship business is still valued in Lincoln County. The customers are very responsive to services and businesses that have come as a result of the thriving economy.

Marie and Brian Kenyon

Untapped Territory

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Monte Tyson

CBD East Main

Where Tradition Meets Opportunity
Main Street in Lincolnton is a great place to be in business. There is this small-town vibe, but the ideals are progressive, and yet the community is still able to hold onto strong roots in traditional values. It’s the kind of place where you want to raise a family, and you can build those relationships that are lasting.

Monte Tyson

CBD East Main

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Mark Andrews, VP and GM

Cargo Integrated Logistics

Thriving in Lincoln County’s Proactive Business Environment
We are new to the area and I can say categorically, and without reservation, that this has been a great experience for us. The area has a “proactive” business climate and understands how businesses operate. I would call LEDA a “change facilitator” in this rapidly changing business environment and recommend Lincoln County as a positive climate in which to have a business operation.

Mark Andrews, VP and GM

Cargo Integrated Logistics

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Marty Hallman, Plant Manager

Timken

Growing Stronger with Lincolnton's Support
At Timken, we continually review our operations and global manufacturing footprint to provide the best possible value and service to our customers. The mix of products produced, and markets served by Lincolnton Bearing Plant positions it as a location for continued growth. Our ability to successfully recruit and hire local talent over the past 40 years has been key to our success. Lincolnton Bearing Plant is committed to make a positive impact…

Marty Hallman, Plant Manager

Timken

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Dr. Cale Sain, CTE Director

Lincoln County Schools

Bridging Education and Industry for Global Impact
I had the unique experience as an educator to travel abroad, meet some of our locally based global companies, visit their manufacturing and training facilities, and speak with their corporate leadership. To understand how Lincoln County’s manufacturing community contributes to the global economy, illuminated the necessity of our Career and Technical education programs to prepare our students with the skills required…

Dr. Cale Sain, CTE Director

Lincoln County Schools

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Nick, Maintenance

Tenowo

Building a Future in Manufacturing
The classes I took at the Lincoln County School of Technology sparked my interest in manufacturing and was the steppingstone to choosing to become an Apprentice. Now, having graduated from the program, I have accomplished so much. I finished my education with an Associate Degree in Mechatronics and have zero debt. I’ve lived in Germany on my own for four months. I have purchased my own home and am pursing my lifelong career in manufacturing!

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Kaila Gieser, Logistics Planner / Scheduler

New Beginnings, Endless Opportunities
Originally from the Indianapolis area, I recently moved to the area. I am fluent in German and I started searching for German companies in the region. There are so many in the area, but I started here first as an intern and now I am a full-time logistics manager. I wasn’t sure coming to the south, I figured people would be nice, but they are so welcoming. Just the culture here with so many expats just makes it a dream situation…

Kaila Gieser, Logistics Planner / Scheduler

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Michael Geis, Vice President of Information Services / Materials / Logistics

Blum Incorporated

Building a Skilled Workforce for the Future
Blum has been supportive of the Lincoln County Schools Advanced Manufacturing program from its inception. The curriculum lays the foundation for students to pursue various career paths in manufacturing upon graduation. They are prepared to enter the workforce immediately as automated machine operators, compete for skilled trades apprenticeship positions, or continue their education at a two or four college institution…

Michael Geis, Vice President of Information Services / Materials / Logistics

Blum Incorporated

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Margarita Bowe, Finance & Controlling Analyst

Embracing New Beginnings, Thriving Locally
I was born in Ukraine, moved to Russia, and then located here several years ago after marrying an American. Currently, I am a student going to UNC Charlotte majoring in accounting and I am working full-time in the finance department. I was lucky to be introduced to SAP and am exposed to projects applicable to my education as well. I truly love it here. I used to live in a city with one million people…

Margarita Bowe, Finance & Controlling Analyst

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In the News

September 5, 2024

LEDA Excellence Award ~ 2024 Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kara Brown Lincoln Economic Development Association Receives 2024 Excellence

May 6, 2024

Press Release ~ North Carolina’s Success in the Clean Energy Economy Continues with 545 New Jobs Coming to Lincoln County Global battery component company will invest $140 million for first U.S. plant

Green New Energy Materials, Inc., an experienced manufacturer of a key component used

December 14, 2023

Lincoln County’s 2023 economic successes: $231 M surge in investments, 604 new jobs

Lincoln County experienced a transformative period in 2023, witnessing an impressive $231 million

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